This week’s Weekly Dwell is a heavier (but important) conversation.

I’m talking about something that has stolen joy from my life in the past and still tries to creep in if I’m not careful: the victim trap.

This mindset shows up everywhere—in business, marriage, parenting, leadership, and friendships…and often hides behind our best qualities like perseverance, responsibility, and drive. In this episode, I share personal stories of how those gifts can quietly turn into self-sabotage when fear and control take over.

Part two is coming next week. Thanks for listening, and I’m really glad you’re here.